Franklin Square says goodnight, Irene
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These images of Irene on Sunday tell the tale of ferocious winds and torrential downpours. Photos by Jina Papadoniou.
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8/28/11
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Island Park hit hard
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Island Park was hit especially hard by Hurricane Irene, causing most of the streets in the area to flood and cutting off many people.
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Alex Costello
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8/28/11
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“This is the worst flooding I’ve ever seen,” said Island Park Mayor Jim Ruzicka early Sunday afternoon.
Ruzicka, a resident of Island Park for more than 50 years, has weathered his fair …
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Alex Costello
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8/28/11
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Trees were on the ground in any places in the Five Towns on Sunday as repair crews were out to clear roads blocked by the fallen trees.
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8/28/11
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This image of East Meadow during the night of Irene is a typical scene of the torrential rain and violent winds that were sweeping through our area.
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8/28/11
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Island Park gets ready for Irene
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With Hurricane Irene bearing down on Island Park, many residents and business got ready early on Saturday, boarding up homes and businesses and preparing for the inevitable flooding.
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8/27/11
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Oceanside braces for Hurricane Iene
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After County Executive Edward Mangano announced the mandatory evacuation that included Oceanside, many residents started to prepare for the worst, boarding up homes and businesses and getting ready …
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8/27/11
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The Long Island Power Authority said it is keeping a close eye on the track of the hurricane, as there is "still a high potential for extensive damage and power outages."
Although no significant …
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8/27/11
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As Hurricane Irene bears down on Long Island, many in Oceanside and Island Park are preparing to evacuate. Yet many others are securing their homes and preparing to ride out the storm.
Nassau …
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Alex Costello
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8/27/11
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An anxious but able group of Fire Department operatives are on hand in Baldwin this afternoon waiting to help those in need.
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Chris Connolly
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8/27/11
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